John Parrella’s Coaching Mantra: All Gas, No Brakes

John Parrella returned to his alma mater in 2016, joining Mike Riley’s Nebraska staff as the defensive line coach.Randy York’s N-Sider

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In the history of NFL defensive linemen draft choices, Nebraska ranks third all-time with 45 draftees, including one who came out of nowhere and has the opportunity to increase that number moving forward.

Meet John Parrella, a Grand Island (Neb.) native who walked on at Nebraska and went on to play in three Super Bowls. In his first year as the Huskers’ defensive line coach, Parrella is a game-changer on the field and a difference-maker in recruiting.

“To me, there are no days off. We’re all gas and no brakes,” Parrella said. “I…